The Best Bowness-on-Windermere Hotels

recommended hotels and other accommodation in or near Bowness

Bowness-on-Windermere is a village located in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, England. It is known for its beautiful location on the shores of Lake Windermere and its range of attractions, including boat tours, water sports, and local businesses such as cafes and restaurants.


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Linthwaite House Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a luxurious, award-winning hotel set in a spectacular hilltop setting with wonderful views over Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells

The Ryebeck Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a charming hotel set in 5 acres of gardens that offers an informal and relaxing atmosphere, award-winning dining and spacious, bright rooms

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this boutique, Edwardian residence retains many charming features and affords guests luxurious rooms and suites, some with an outdoor hot tub

Lakes Hotel & Spa

Bowness-on-Windermere

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set in its own quiet grounds close to Lake Windermere and boasting relaxing spa facilities including a plunge pool, hot tubs and a sauna

Lindeth Howe Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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an acclaimed country house, once owned by Beatrix Potter, set in a large, well-tended gardens and features elegantly decorated rooms

The Belsfield

Bowness-on-Windermere

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features cool and chic interiors by Laura Ashley, a drawing room and library, scenic lake views, 6 acres of gardens and award-winning dining

Craig Manor Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a traditional hotel set in pleasant gardens with views over Langdale Pikes and Lake Windermere, the comfy rooms are contemporary in style

The Ro Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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set in an elevated spot overlooking Bowness toward Lake Windermere and the fells beyond, offers a choice of classic or contemporary rooms

Burn How Garden House Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a relaxing, family-run hotel set in peaceful gardens 5 minutes stroll from Lake Windermere with individually decorated rooms set in the grounds

Macdonald Old England Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a grand, lake front hotel offering stylish and elegant rooms, a luxury beauty spa and a restaurant serving a creative British menu

Aphrodites Boutique Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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set amidst lawns and woodland and features luxury, themed suites with spa baths or private hot tubs and there are relaxing leisure facilities

The Angel Inn

Bowness-on-Windermere

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located just just above the town centre with views of Lake Windermere and the fells, a classic hotel in pretty gardens with comfortable rooms

The Royal Oak Inn

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a traditional pub conveniently placed in the centre of bustling Bowness affording guests homely rooms, pub fayre, real ales and a games area

Lindeth Fell Country House Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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an elegant Edwardian house set in colourful gardens with impressive views over Lake Windermere and spacious, individually styled rooms

Stags Head Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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boasts a central location, with shops and restaurants on the doorstep, a traditional restaurant, popular bar that hosts live music and a nightclub

Westmorland Inn

Bowness-on-Windermere

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conveniently placed in the centre and a 5 minute walk from the lake, there are individually styled rooms, a cosy bar and pub fayre is served

Hillthwaite

Windermere

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in an elevated spot with scenic lake and fell views from the terrace and pretty gardens, rooms are elegantly decorated in a variety of styles

Oakfold House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a cosy and welcoming guest house where original Victorian features blend with more contemporary styling and elegant guest rooms

St John's Lodge

Windermere

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a stylish guest house ideally situated midway between the town centre and lake that boasts hospitality and breakfast awards from VisitEngland

Fairfield House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a late Georgian house set in half an acre of tranquil and secluded gardens close to the centre of Bowness and offers a homely ambience

Thornbank House

Windermere

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offers homely, well presented rooms, an extensive breakfast menu and a convenient location midway between Windermere centre and the lake

Churchill Inn & Rooms

Bowness-on-Windermere

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ideally placed to discover the bustling centre of Bowness with shops, restaurants and pubs moments away as is the pier for lake cruises

The Cranleigh

Bowness-on-Windermere

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stylish and contemporary accommodation with a friendly and informal atmosphere located a short walk from the shores of Lake Windermere

Virginia Cottage

Bowness-on-Windermere

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in an ideal location being close to shops, bars, restaurants in the centre of Bowness and only a few minutes stroll from Lake Windermere

Elim House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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set in an award winning garden and offers a home from home atmosphere

Bowness Bay Suites

Bowness-on-Windermere

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spacious, luxurious and well-appointed suites close to the lake ferries and marina, a continental breakfast can be served in the room

Bowness Guest House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a conveniently located accommodation, close to the World of Beatrix Potter attraction, offering spacious rooms with private bathrooms

New Hall Bank

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a hearty breakfast, lake views and onsite parking are on offer at this central accommodation

Puddle Duck Lodge

Bowness-on-Windermere

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start the day with a hearty Lakeland breakfast at this homely guest house

Storrs Gate House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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formerly the gate house to Storrs Hall, this luxury guest house is a stone's throw from the lake and offers stylish, well-presented rooms

Beechwood

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a period property with well-presented, traditional style rooms and a relaxing garden and is situated between Bowness and Windermere

Hazeldene Guest House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a traditional guest house that offers a warm and friendly welcome, 10 minutes walk from the lake with shops and places to eat even nearer

Lingwood Lodge

Bowness-on-Windermere

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set in an elevated spot on the edge of Bowness 5 minutes walk from the pier, many of the spacious rooms enjoy views over the surrounding fells

Elim Bank Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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friendly, homely and comfortable accommodation where a hearty breakfast is served

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comfortable accommodation ideally placed between Bowness and Windermere offering well-appointed rooms and a hearty breakfast

The Bay House Lake View Guest House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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this traditional Lakeland house is perfectly placed for shops, pubs and restaurants and is a few minutes walk from the pier for lake cruises

Fellview Guest House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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brightly decorated rooms feature at this warm and friendly B&B, just half a mile from the shores of Windermere and Beatrix Potter World

Melbourne Guest House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a welcoming home from home situated 10 minutes walk from the shores of Lake Windermere featuring attractive rooms and a relaxing lounge

Stockghyll Cottage

Bowness-on-Windermere

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it's a short walk into Bowness town centre from this charming cottage B&B with cosy rooms and access to a private beach on Lake Windermere

The Westbourne

Bowness-on-Windermere

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enjoy breakfast on the garden terrace in the summer and relax beside a cosy, log fire in winter

Holly Cottages Guest House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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offers a relaxed, home-from-home ambience and is situated 5 minutes walk from Lake Windermere

May Cottage

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a charming Lakeland stone cottage that has retained some of its original Victorian features

Brooklands Guest House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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enjoys superb views over Lake Windermere and is situated in a quiet spot outside Bowness

Monties Guest House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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offers traditionally decorated rooms set above a café in the centre of Bowness

Latimer House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a spacious and elegant Victorian Lakeland house set in a secluded garden

The Garden Room

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a great choice for a Lakeland stay - a short walk from Lake Windermere - a beautifully-decorated room with its own entrance and private terrace

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